Понимание прочитанного (вступительные экзамены): лист заданий с ответами

The first step in treating a minor burn is to cool it under cool running water for about 20 minutes. Do not use ice, which can damage the skin further. What should you NOT use on a minor burn?

1. ARunning water
2. BCool water
3. CIce
4. DA clean cloth

A textbook chapter has these headings: “What Is an Earthquake?”, “Why Earthquakes Happen”, “How to Stay Safe”. Under which heading would you look for advice on what to do during an earthquake?

1. AWhat Is an Earthquake?
2. BWhy Earthquakes Happen
3. CThe glossary at the back of the book
4. DHow to Stay Safe

Elephants use their trunks for many tasks. They breathe and smell through them, pick up food, drink water and even greet other elephants. What is the main idea of the passage?

1. AElephants drink a lot of water.
2. BAn elephant’s trunk has many uses.
3. CElephants greet one another often.
4. DElephants have a strong sense of smell.

“Despite his fear of heights, Leo climbed the tall ladder to rescue the kitten stuck on the roof.” What does this show about Leo?

1. AHe was annoyed by the noisy kitten on the roof.
2. BHe was not afraid of heights at all.
3. CHe wanted to fix the broken roof.
4. DHe was brave enough to face his fear.

“The storm knocked down power lines across the county. Schools closed, and many families spent the night by candlelight.” What was the effect of the fallen power lines?

1. AThe storm became stronger.
2. BMany homes had no electricity.
3. CFamilies bought new power lines.
4. DSchools opened earlier the next day.

Passage: “Sleep helps the body repair muscles, supports memory and helps control appetite. Adults who regularly sleep too little have a higher risk of several health problems.” Which is the best title for the passage?

1. AThe Long History of the Bed
2. BHow to Build Strong Muscles
3. CFoods That Help You Sleep
4. DWhy Sleep Matters for Health

The author writes: “Some readers may find these figures alarming. Over the past decade, the number of nurses aged over 55 has doubled, while the number entering the profession has stayed flat.” What problem is the author most likely pointing to?

1. AToo many young people becoming nurses at the same time
2. BA possible future shortage of nurses as many retire
3. CA decrease in the number of hospitals
4. DNurses working too few hours each week

“I have taught for 25 years,” the principal said. “I have seen many fashions come and go. But I have never seen a fashion that improved learning as much as a good night’s sleep.” What is the principal’s main point?

1. ATeachers should follow every new fashion.
2. BEducation never changes over 25 years.
3. CStudents should stay up late at night to study more.
4. DSleep matters more than passing education trends.